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Strategic Operations Lead

Iress
Melbourne Full-day Full-time

Description:

See yourself being part of a large, transformational change? This could be the role for you!


At Iress, we make things happen

We believe technology should help people perform better every day. Since our beginning in 1993, people across financial services have trusted us to take their performance to the next level. More than 10,000 businesses and 500,000 people use our software, from the world’s most iconic financial services brands to advice firms of all sizes, banks, insurers, investment managers, traders and brokers. Iress is one of Australia’s largest technology companies and employs more than 1500 people across Australia, The United Kingdom, Africa, Canada, France, New Zealand and Asia.

Build your career at Iress!

We’re on the look out for a dynamic Strategic Operations Lead to drive strategic execution and operational excellence across our Wealth Management function. If you're passionate about innovation, collaboration, and data-driven decision-making, this is your chance to make an impact!

Some of the amazing things you’ll be involved in:

  • Driving Strategic Execution – Lead high-impact operational projects and initiatives that enhance efficiency, scalability, and business performance.

  • Leading Operational Sprints – Facilitate fast-paced, cross-functional sprints to solve key business challenges and implement innovative solutions.

  • Enhancing Business Processes – Streamline workflows across Sales, Customer, Product, and Technology to improve collaboration and effectiveness.

  • Managing Critical Projects – Oversee strategic, internally led projects with a strong focus on execution, governance, and measurable results.

  • Delivering Data-Driven Insights – Provide leadership with meaningful analytics, reporting frameworks, and forecasting tools to support business decision-making.

  • Shaping Go-to-Market (GTM) Execution – Ensure smooth product and service launches through effective planning, coordination, and operational governance.

  • Partnering with Leadership – Work closely with senior stakeholders to align operational strategies with business priorities and long-term growth.

  • Driving a Culture of Continuous Improvement – Champion innovation, efficiency, and high performance across all Wealth Management functions.

What you will bring:

  • 5+ years of experience in operational delivery, project management, or business transformation.

  • Proven ability to lead strategic initiatives, drive process improvements, and deliver measurable outcomes.

  • Expertise in go-to-market (GTM) execution, project management, and operational governance.

  • Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills to drive alignment across teams.

  • High analytical acumen with the ability to turn data into actionable insights.

  • A leadership mindset focused on accountability, adaptability, and continuous improvement.

Why work with us?

  • 8 additional paid days per year to extend your weekends

  • Hybrid working

  • Generous cash bonus for every successful referral

  • Starting school leave - 8.5 days of leave to assist your children with the transition to school

  • Up to 26 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary carers (up to 4 weeks for secondary carers), and the ability to work part-time when returning to work

  • 3 days’ paid leave per year to participate in charity initiatives

  • Discounted health insurance premiums

  • Access to learning and development programs through LinkedIn Learning

Iress is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive culture. We strongly believe that diversity is what makes our teams and our products succeed. Our people have different experiences, skills, perspectives and beliefs and everyone’s uniqueness is valued and celebrated.

Our hiring decisions are never based on sexual orientation, race, gender identity, religion, disability, citizenship, marital or family status and age. Even if you feel you don’t meet all of the requirements of the role, we would still like to hear from you!

We’re also proud to be globally recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer that promotes and supports all women in the workplace.

For more information about what we do, our people and values, please visit our website - https://www.iress.com/join-us/careers/

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Employment Type

Employee

Time Type

Full time
19 Mar 2025;   from: uworkin.com

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